
Wadsworth Atheneum
Middle Kingdom Black Onyx Earrings
Regular price
$38.00
This jewelry is inspired by an ancient Egyptian necklace combining semi-precious stones and gold spacers. In ancient Egypt many semi-precious stones were believed to possess magical powers. Gold, which never lost its luster and seemed to reflect the power and glory of the sun, was regarded as a divine metal.
Size:
1/2", Height: 1 1/4"
pewter findings with gold finish, black onyx stone, surgical steel earring post
Made in USA